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October 14, 2013 / Pittsburgh n'at

Home of the Carnegie International Exhibition

It all began in 1889 when real estate heiress Mary Schenley donated nearly 300 acres of land to Pittsburgh for the park that bears her name.

Look at the picturesHome of the Carnegie International Exhibition

October 11, 2013 / People

Michael A. Musmanno shouts, ‘I will be heard!’

Following his election to the Pennsylvania General Assembly in 1928, Michael A. Musmanno, 31, became its youngest member.

Look at the picturesMichael A. Musmanno shouts, ‘I will be heard!’

October 9, 2013 / Sports

Dreaming of the World Series… Too soon, you say?

It’s not done yet. The story hasn’t played out.

Look at the picturesDreaming of the World Series… Too soon, you say?

October 7, 2013 / Pittsburgh n'at

Who were we in 1983?

Truth is, many of us were having a rough time 30 years ago.

Look at the picturesWho were we in 1983?

October 4, 2013 / Places and landmarks

Evolution of the Andy Warhol Museum

The Andy Warhol Museum, which opened in 1994, is located in a distinctive building that once served as a warehouse for oil well, mill and mine supplies.

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